Dictionary Check: nurse

"nurse" is a valid word!

Scrabble 5 points
Words with Friends 7 points

Definition

noun

one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician)

noun

a woman who is the custodian of children

Synonyms:
verb

try to cure by special care of treatment, of an illness or injury

Example: "He nursed his cold with Chinese herbs"
verb

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

Example: "bear a grudge"
verb

serve as a nurse; care for sick or handicapped people

verb

treat carefully

Example: "He nursed his injured back by lying in bed several hours every afternoon"

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